1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1999 Pontiac Salsa
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Salsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1999 Pontiac Salsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
